Heparin is an anticoagulant that is commonly used in the medical field to prevent the formation of blood clots that may cause serious health problems. This drug works to inhibit the activity of some proteins responsible for blood clotting, which helps maintain normal blood flow within the blood vessels.
Heparin can be used to treat or prevent a variety of health conditions associated with blood clots. It is used to prevent blood clots in patients undergoing major surgeries such as heart surgery or joint replacement, as they are more likely to develop clots due to lack of movement after the operation.